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<strong>PAS 101 Anatomy and Physiology 1</strong> <em>2.0 units – 60 hours</em>

This course focuses on the structure and function of the human body with emphasis on the HEENT, cardiovascular, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, and genitourinary systems. This course is designed to provide the student with an examination of the anatomical structure and function of the human body through virtual cadaver dissection and lecture.



<strong>PAS 102: Adult Medicine 1</strong>

<em>8.0 units – 108 hours</em>

The student is exposed to the systematic approach to the theory of clinical medicine including the pathophysiology of human disease, illness and injury. Topics include dermatology, ophthalmology, otolaryngology, cardiovascular, respiratory and gastrointestinal genitourinary and health promotion disease prevention.



<strong>PAS 103: History and Physical Assessment 1</strong>

<em>4.0 units – 116 hours</em>

The student is exposed to clinical gathering skills, how to elicit and write a medical history, introduction to physical examination using the problem oriented medical record and patient simulation. Emphasis will be placed on a normal history and physical exam, which correlate with the organ systems, covered in the PAS 102 Adult Medical 1 course.



<strong>PAS 104: Diagnostic Studies 1</strong>

<em>1.0 unit – 24 hours</em>

The student will learn basic clinical skills applicable to interpretation and theory of body fluids/tissues analysis, electrocardiographs and diagnostic imaging necessary to arrive at a preliminary diagnosis. Topics include clinical biochemistry; hematology; urinalysis; principles of electrocardiology, interpretation of 12 lead EKG and rhythm strips; and basic principles and interpretation of diagnostic imaging.



<strong>PAS 105: Pharmacology 1</strong>

<em>2.0 units – 32 hours</em>

The student is introduced to the basic principles of pharmacology including pharmacokinetics, drug actions, drug interaction and drug toxicities involved in the clinical use of drugs. Emphasis will be placed on the physiological and biochemical actions, absorption, distributions, metabolism, excretions and therapeutic use of drugs, which correlate with the organ systems and diseases covered in the PAS 102 Adult Medicine 1 course.



<strong>PAS 107 Pathophysiology</strong>

<em>2.0 units – 60 hours</em>

The course exposes the student to the pathophysiology of common disease processes in man for the following organ systems: integument, special senses, and pulmonary, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and genitourinary systems.



<strong>PAS 201: Adult Medicine 2</strong>

<em>8.0 units – 108 hours</em>

The student is exposed to the systematic approach to the theory of clinical medicine including the pathophysiology of human disease, illness and injury. Topics include Endocrinology, Rheumatology, Orthopedics, Psychiatry, Neurology, Hematology, Oncology, and Infectious Diseases.



<strong>PAS 202: History and Physical Assessment 2</strong>

<em>4.0 units – 124 hours</em>

The student is exposed to the continuation of clinical data gathering skills related to history and physical assessment. Emphasis will be placed on a normal history, and physical exam, which correlate with the organ systems, covered in the Adult Medicine II PAS 201, including breast and gynecological examination. Additional interviewing techniques are also covered, including effective interpersonal communication, age groups and multicultural issues pertaining to the medical interview.



<strong>PAS 203: Diagnostic Studies 2</strong>

<em>1.0 unit – 24 hours</em>

This class is a continuation of PAS 102 covering basic clinical skills applicable to interpretation and theory of body fluids/tissues analysis and diagnostic imaging necessary to arrive at a preliminary diagnosis. Topics include clinical biochemistry, hematology, serology, urinalysis and basic principles and interpretation of diagnostic imaging.



<strong>PAS 204: Pharmacology 2</strong>

<em>2.0 units – 32 hours</em>

This class is a continuation of PAS 105. Emphasis will be placed on the physiological and biochemical actions, absorption, distributions, metabolism, excretions and therapeutic use of drugs, which correlate with the organ systems and diseases covered in the PAS 201 Adult Medicine II course.



<strong>PAS 206 Anatomy and Physiology 2</strong>

<em>2.0 units – 60 hours</em>

This course focuses on the structure and function of the human body with emphasis on the endocrine, musculoskeletal, neurological, hematological, immunological, and reproductive systems. This course is designed to provide the student with an examination of the anatomical structure and function of the human body through virtual cadaver dissection and lecture.



<strong>PAS 207 Pathophysiology 2</strong>

<em>2.0 units – 60 hours</em>

The course exposes the student to the pathophysiology of common disease processes in man for the following organ systems: endocrine, musculoskeletal, nervous, hematologic, immune, and reproductive system.



<strong>PAS 301: Clinical Skills</strong>

<em>1.0 unit – 44 hours</em>

The student is exposed to technical procedures common to primary care practice. Topics include: airways management, asepsis technique, bandaging and splinting, casting, suturing, injections, starting IV's, nasogastric tubing placement, routine urinalysis, venipuncture and the written drug order.



<strong>PAS 302: Medical Specialties: OB/GYN</strong>

<em>2.0 units – 36 hours</em>

The student is introduced to knowledge of basic principles in the following areas of ambulatory obstetrics and gynecology, family planning, pregnancy and childbirth, diagnosis and management of common complaints germane to the female reproductive system, recognition and initial management of urgent and emergent conditions and appropriate use of consultation and referral.



<strong>PAS 303: Medical Specialties: Pediatrics</strong>

<em>3.0 units – 54 hours</em>

The student is introduced to knowledge of basic principles in the following areas of ambulatory pediatrics and adolescent medicine: obtaining a pediatric history, diagnosis and management of common complaints germane to the pediatric and adolescent patient, recognition and initial management of urgent and emergent conditions, and appropriate use of consultation and referral.



<strong>PAS 304: Medical Specialties: Geriatrics</strong>

<em>2.0 units – 32 hours</em>

The student is introduced to knowledge of basic principles in the health care and disorders of the aging population. Topics covered include: preventative and rehabilitative therapeutic modalities for the evaluation, counseling and treatment of the elderly.



<strong>PAS 305: Medical Specialties: Emergency Medicine</strong>

<em>3.0 units – 44 hours</em>

The student is introduced to knowledge of basic principles in the recognition and management of acute emergency conditions that may be encountered in the Emergency Department. Topics covered include: evaluation of the ER patient, HEENT, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and urological, OB/GYN, endocrine, musculoskeletal, neurological, psychiatric, pediatric, wound care, environmental and toxicological emergencies.



<strong>PAS 306: Medical Specialties: Surgery</strong>

<em>2.0 units – 30 hours</em>

The student is introduced to a basic overview of surgical principles, procedures and management encountered in primary care. Topics include wound repair and healing, infections, classification and management of burns, surgical evaluation and management of abdomen, breast and cardiothoracic conditions and diseases.



<strong>PAS 400: PA Profession</strong>

<em>1.0 unit – 16 hours</em>

The student is exposed to issues pertinent to Physician Assistant practice. Topics include: history of the profession, professional, accrediting and regulatory organizations, PA/Physician/Patient interaction, California law pertaining to Physician Assistant practice, Physician Assistant's role in health care delivery systems, and professional development.



<strong>PAS 402: Clinical Rotation 1</strong>

<em>14.0 units – 560 hours</em>

Students are assigned to four week clinical rotations in the following specialties: Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Women's Health, Emergency Medicine, Geriatrics, General Surgery and Psychiatry. Students are assigned patients for medical history, physical examination, diagnostic testing and patient education, management and supportive involvement in major and minor surgical procedures. When applicable, students attend daily grand rounds, attending physician's seminars and additional continuing medical education. Students are required to return to campus once a week for additional didactic lectures, presentations and testing.



<strong>PAS 500: Intro to Research and Medical Literature Review</strong>

<em>1.0 unit – 16 hours</em>

This course will expose the student to the medical literature as an exercise into scientific inquiry. The course will focus on the application of methods utilized in defining clinical problems and analysis and application of the information presented. The skills gained through this course will also develop the student's ability in the use of evidence-based medicine during their clinical practice.



<strong>PAS 502: Clinical Rotation 2</strong>

<em>14.0 units – 560 hours</em>

Students are exposed to continuation of clinical experiences described in PAS 401. Students are required to return to campus once a week for additional didactic lectures, presentations and testing.



<strong>PAS 602: Preceptorship</strong>

<em>15.0 units – 576 hours</em>

Students are assigned to a sixteen-week outpatient primary care clinical experience. Under supervision, students participate in patient care experiences including: taking a medical history, physical examination, diagnostic testing, patient education, management and referral. Students are required to return to campus once a week for additional didactic lectures, presentations and testing.